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Optimizing Maintenance Strategies in Power Generation: Embracing Predictive and Preventive Approaches
In the high-stakes world of power generation, ensuring continuous operation and reducing downtime are central priorities. With the increasing complexity of power generation systems, maintenance practices are evolving to meet these demands more efficiently. Understanding the roles of Predictive Maintenance (PdM), Preventive Maintenance (PM), and Reactive Maintenance (Run-to-Failure) is crucial for maintenance professionals in the energy sector to make informed decisions about equipment management and long-term operational strategy.
Junhua Luo, Li Jiang
Nuclear Science and Engineering | Volume 184 | Number 2 | October 2016 | Pages 254-262
Technical Paper | doi.org/10.13182/NSE16-15
Articles are hosted by Taylor and Francis Online.
Cross sections for (n,2n), (n,α), (n,p), and (n,t) reactions were measured on yttrium isotopes at neutron energies ranging from 13.5 to 14.8 MeV using the activation technique in combination with high-resolution gamma-ray spectroscopy. The monoenergetic neutron beam was produced via the 3H(d,n)4He reaction using solid T-Mo. Data are reported for the following reactions: 89Y(n,2n)88(m+g)Y, 89Y(n,α)86(m+g)Rb, 89Y(n,p)89Sr, and 89Y(n,t)87mSr. The cross sections were also estimated with the TALYS-1.8 nuclear model code using different level density options, at neutron energies varying from the reaction threshold to 20 MeV. Results are also discussed and compared to corresponding values found in the literature.
